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Behind the mantra of getting “1% better every day,” 21-year-old Chris Nikic races to become the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon.
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@HaHaBear 3 года назад

5:11: "and then to marry a smokin' hot blonde from Chicago" Priorities 🔥🔥🔥

@brandonrodriguez3986 3 года назад

Legend

@joew.6836 3 года назад

😄😄😅

@chok3061 3 года назад

Wait a min. Why is shaky aim osu boy here lmao.

@Bhuyakasha 3 года назад

"...like my mother"

@Bhuyakasha 3 года назад

@Arid Sohan I did not make that up, it says that on the whiteboard :D

@comptonazzrockett3032 3 года назад

You'll definitely find that Hot Blonde Chris, great job brotha

@himothy0325 3 года назад

🤣🤣🤣🤣

@Cramer123 3 года назад

Shoutout to Chris’s coach, Grieb. That moment where he tells Chris’s to run ten cones and then walk two, is one of the most brilliant coaching techniques I’ve seen. That guy ran his 21-24 miles faster than 9-10.... that is freaking amazing and unheard of, except for like a pro. Chris, you DID prove everyone wrong. What a badass

@sandrost4243 3 года назад

Coach crushed it at the prefect time. Awesome to see this, Chris is a monster. Outstanding.

@-clipz- Год назад

Prayers turn to God may everyone everywhere be blessed and healed and protected in Jesus name amen.

@JammastaJ23 2 года назад

Anyone who finishes a full Ironman is a beast. To do it with any kind of disability is legendary.

@-clipz- Год назад

Prayers turn to God may everyone everywhere be blessed and healed and protected in Jesus name amen.

@lesshawng3 3 года назад

Anyone else crying or is it just me🥲💙😢I feel so happy for him💯

@jasonknauss693 3 года назад

bawling

@petroskefallinos8735 3 года назад

I cried like a baby when I saw him crossing the finish line!

@sylviewheeler6237 3 года назад

Yep !!!! Crying maxi !

@bachucchien9496 3 года назад

You are not alone bro, Ian crying like a baby when i saw him got a bike crash

@livelyupmyself1 3 года назад

My sleeves are wet

@frenzyy34 2 года назад

he’s not a special needs kid who also likes to run, he’s a athlete who also happens to have down syndrome. this kids so inspirational , a lot of people could learn from him. hope he’s happy and doing well now

@-clipz- Год назад

Prayers turn to God may everyone everywhere be blessed and healed and protected in Jesus name amen.

@suckurmum6566 10 месяцев назад

His syndrome may be down but his swag is up

@maxlandowski9386 3 года назад

"That's fake pain!" "It's real!!" Haha loved that part, what an inspirational dude

@m1k368 3 года назад

Poor guy!! 😭😭

@nickwudgy1 2 года назад

I couldn’t stop laughing man, this guy is a champ

@tia-clairtoomeyshaneorr5705 3 года назад

LOVE THIS ESPN! Thank you for sharing this. Well done Chris!!!

@TruckerJacket 2 года назад

Spot on. A warrior

@noname-bt9ky 2 года назад

Tf is ESPN?

@aidenloucks9840 2 года назад

I have the same birthday as you

@nevaehschattenfluegel9652 3 года назад

"It's just a little longer than a sprint." "Okay Dad. Let's do this" Love this. Not making a huge deal out of it from the dad and the trust from Chris that his Dad knows what he is capable of and trusting his judgement.

@Wayo595 3 года назад

Who’s cutting onions in here? 😢

@JP-oe4ry 3 года назад

I tried wiping the blade with water and keeping the top and tail part like the pro's reccomend, no difference bro!

@theriskinator5736 3 года назад

I kept trying to avoid the onions and look at the carrots but it no work

@toddgarnett5044 3 года назад

Chris is a true Champion 🏆🏆🏆🏆

@13ceb 3 года назад

This man is made of iron. I'd never deny this man a big hug. Great job to all involved.

@tombystander 3 года назад

Chris, his father, and his team that helped him complete this are true inspirations to everyone in the world! Love this story

@-clipz- Год назад

Prayers turn to God may everyone everywhere be blessed and healed and protected in Jesus name amen.

@karlljungquist7388 2 года назад

“I need you” I love the honesty between son and father here. And the support from the dad Is amazing

@QM42069 3 года назад

The 10 dislikes are from the waves that tried to slow him down

@pomegranatepip2482 3 года назад

One thing I have learnt in life is that no matter where you go, you will always always always get pricks.

@tarjar1553 2 года назад

@@pomegranatepip2482 that reminds me of the time I was playing battlefield and someone blocked me cause I wanted to talk lmao

@pb9240 3 года назад

This is the most motivating story I have seen in a long time!

@scottwall8419 3 года назад

Shut up, I'm not crying, your crying

@jmensah07 2 года назад

This made me cry . . . I am so proud of him

@christyonsurez9146 3 года назад

I cried the entire time watching this! Chris, congratulations! You are so amazing with a special gift! Thank you for your inspiration and giving me high hopes that my son (who is almost 1 yr with DS) can do anything he sets his dreams to! I know some day you will be an idol to him as you are to me! 🙏 Happy WDSD 💙💛

@eoincasey5461 3 года назад

I have a 9 year old boy with DS, I also cried the whole way through this.

@lawman7117 3 года назад

Chris Nikic is one of the most inspirational athletes you will ever meet! I tracked him for the Ironman back in October and it was so dramatic staying up to almost midnight and it was so close. I cried when he officially finished!

@HoustonBombero 3 года назад

Best dad ever. Good job Chris 👏🏼

@Jesse-bb4qj 3 года назад

Wow, Chris is incredibly lucky to have a dad like that.

@brettsaunders7707 3 года назад

A legend among legends. Should’ve been SI inspiration of the year!

@smb06 3 года назад

Was such a great story. I got to meet Chris on some of the final practice swims leading up to the race. He got out of the water and just wanted to hug everyone. Was inspiring to see him on the course, I was nearing the end of my run leg when I saw him coming out onto the run - gave me that much more motivation to finish strong.

@Rob.Flynn81 2 года назад

Love to watch this. My brother has Down syndrome and stories like these always grab my attention. People with DS are some of the most pure hearted individuals and their joy and energy are infectious. Having a solid family and friends surrounding them is key to their success. God bless all of them and their families. Good job, Chris. You're loved by so many people from around the world. Never stop!

@surajkondvilkar9155 3 года назад

I can't bike or swim and I am privileged This video is a million times more inspirational and makes me so happy.

@NikeMS11 3 года назад

Holding back tears on this one. Amazing athlete, person, ....and now an IRONMAN! And how about his family and team...wow, well done you guys!

@eldente 3 года назад

I screamed of laughter when he replied to the blisters being fake pain....."it's real" ahahaha

@99aslan 3 года назад

ESPN, thank you for sharing this story. Thank you to the family for opening their world to us.

@xxxtremeATCxxx 3 года назад

Incredible, its easy to make excuses but this man looked adversity in the eye and ploughed straight through it. Truly inspiring, Chris.

@jamesoconnor9452 3 года назад

Ran my first official marathon this week and I can testify blisters are indeed very real pain. And that’s without a 112-mile bike or 2.4-mile swim. This is an amazing accomplishment.

@crabbypadty393 3 года назад

I think Nik is the real hero of this story. A dads love and dedication to giving his sin the best life possible.

@billr5842 2 года назад

Lets not forget the coaches too. Many people came together for this to come to fruition!

@juicybooyahs9142 3 года назад

I have been disabled my whole life and have occasionally been put down. This made me cry. Well done Chris!

@lhza8570 2 года назад

U can do anything u set ur mind to mannn👍Keep going.

@andyf.4168 3 года назад

People’s like Chris can change the world. They show us that anything is possible. Congratulations and big respect Champ Chris🤙

@wesleypowell4775 3 года назад

This is such an inspirational story that should give hope to many people. The fact that people hit the dislike button on a story like this goes to show you how miserable people's lives are.

@jurajtoth9380 3 года назад

big warrior, I support him very much

@vvverona 2 месяца назад

He visited my school today, and I'm so excited to see him. Chris is real man!!!!

@lyler.1082 3 года назад

This needs 10x more views. He's such an inspiration...

@smileyhappyradio 2 года назад

Chris is amazing, and is so inspiring. I never ran an ironman. I can't even run more than a mile without a break. His family obviously went above and beyond pushing for him, God bless them!

@notmyproblembud7659 3 года назад

What an amazing guy bro this is so inspirational. Not to mention his dad and family being so supportive and pushing him. This whole story and everyone involved from Chris, to the family, to the coach are just absolutely awesome.

@bhayanumber1 2 года назад

Chris, you are an absolute legend and truly an inspiration to millions of people across the globe!

@taeekim 3 года назад

What an inspiration this young man is. We can all learn so many lessons from him.

@VendErre 3 месяца назад

ANTS CANT STOP THIS MAN. A SWARM OF ANTS. What a complete and total badass. And big props to his trainers, wow. What a heart warming story.

@dannyluu7596 3 года назад

Give me 30 hours and I still won't be able to complete it; let alone 17 hours. What a champ. I've been looking into participating Ironman and this might be the motivation and inspiration to move forward with it.

@simonchandler9901 2 года назад

Sir you have truly are a wonderful person, and a great athlete thank you so much

@fastsignsaustin-burnetrd3067 3 года назад

Go Chris Go !!!!!!! He has an indomitable spirit he will always succeed, What an inspiration ❤️

@taylorbranson7790 3 года назад

Love this. Never underestimate people with this condition.

@jaybardon1549 3 года назад

Quite simply the best video I have seen on youtube. What an inspiration, everyone from Chris, his family his coach and his supporters. You Chris are the true meaning of the word Ironman!

@sjgaming172 3 года назад

I had tears in my eyes! Biggest hug from the UK. What a inspiration Chris is!

@matthewkubler05 3 года назад

This is amazing, we need more stories like this because it is so hard for people that suffer from uncontrolable things. Congrats to him and thank you ESPN for this.

@amirob1 3 года назад

to have a coach and father like his.. wow this is the most heartwarming and motivational story

@dernoctum23 3 года назад

Tears in my eyes... such in inspiration ... Thank you Chris. Best regards from germany.

@Killa_Zman20 2 года назад

that part at the end where he says that he'll prove them wrong made me tear up, so beautiful.

@marvinpuijk 3 года назад

Full Ironman is no joke. So much respect for this legend!

@Athreehourtour 2 года назад

having a young son with Downs, this inspires me,,,, absolutely beautiful... and yes i am crying.

@anthonydsouza4011 3 года назад

Love you Chris,your parents and the coach...So proud of you.

@bigbuddha83 2 года назад

Great job Chris! One of the most motivating stories I've ever heard.

@joshchavers7053 3 года назад

There’s blisters ! Those are fake pain! It’s real pain! 🤣 I heard that. 😊

@gelawilliams8550 2 года назад

I am so inspired by this young man!! I love his story! Congratulations Chris!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. You're amazing!!!

@andsomeshit 2 года назад

what a legend. what an inspiration.

@patrickv8579 3 года назад

I loved this story! Chris is my hero! Thank you ESPN!

@piyushjaain8340 3 года назад

Woah this is crazy!!! I was crying really. Grit of father, son , coach and TURN OF DESTINY. Fabulous story and inspiring

@6868818 2 года назад

This family is my hero. Life is so good!!!!!

@jamesd5241 3 года назад

That dad is something special too!

@222Racing 3 года назад

This was so heart warming. Thank you Chris and well done! What an Ironman

@t-bonear2539 2 года назад

I love love this story. It is absolutely AMAZING! He is an inspiration and an example to all of us, to everyone. Go Chris! Keep up the amazing work! You are truly awesome!

@annoraedits 3 года назад

I cried like 6 times watching this, absolutely inspirational, wow. You go Chris!

@AsherBrandt 3 года назад

Definitely a good example of if those around you support the heck out of you adversity can be overcome. Seems like Chris has a great nurturing environment. Shoutout to his support team.

@chriscopeland7749 3 года назад

SOOOO Awesome Chris. We are proud of you man. You have been blessed with a great family and great attitude

@catlady520 Год назад

Hugs from Arizona Chris, so happy for you.

@ernesto3317 2 года назад

I recently started running and watching Chris achieve his dream is so motivational!

@theduke6430 3 года назад

This guy is inspiring.

@mvttblvc 3 года назад

This is beyond inspirational. Good job, thank you for inspiring other people with disabilities.

@ryankidman9271 2 года назад

Great job, Chris! You're an inspiration and really showed that anything you set your mind to is achievable. No matter who you are!

@hugokillian-dawson591 2 года назад

mad respect for him. absolutely insane effort!!!!

@JobReadyEnglish 2 года назад

Wow. Tears were shed. My hero

@julianIIII 3 года назад

Nice Person, Nice Father, Nice Mother, Nice Trainer. Keep going buddy. From Germany

@nando88greenigurl 6 месяцев назад

This video is so awesome that we use it during training for our newest operating room nurses.

@codymurphy287 2 года назад

This kid is a hero truly amazing you go kid

@viniciuscalvet545 3 года назад

a lot of tears here. Amazing, just amazing!

@dansmith6990 2 года назад

wow I didn't think I'd cry, but I am. Very inspirational person and the coach is one that all kids wish they had

@zac1672 3 года назад

Incredible. Chris you deserve this bro💪💪

@turkeysandwich001 3 года назад

Well, I am speechless!! This is glorious.

@Deetroiter 2 года назад

What an absolute beast! Well done, Chris! And well done to his coach! This story really reminds me of the Hoyts and that nothing is impossible, don’t let anyone stand in your way! There’s no such thing as handicapped, only handicapable!

@sin1061 3 года назад

I cried! Chris, you are such an inspiration!

@melissamissingchriscornell2513 10 месяцев назад

Im lost for words, & crying my eyes out, just WOW! You are a inspiration Chris, & what a dad you have✌️💖🤗

@gorillacypo6899 3 года назад

What an amazing story . Truly inspiring . God bless . Chris is a beast 💪💪

@kerryw.5301 2 года назад

Chris- You are an inspiration to all of us! Well done!

@chewba2008 2 года назад

Great family! Keep doing your thing kid, you're awesome!

@2222jm 3 года назад

What an inspiring story - good luck Chris on your next endeavor!

@georgewilley9609 3 года назад

OMG I freaking love this dude. What an uplifting story!!!!

@dominikreitberger1888 3 года назад

Incredible. Chris seems like a awesome guy!

@manuelcampos6046 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing this. One of my dreams has always been to run an Ironman and have my dad there when I crossed the finish line. Sadly he died of cancer last august a week after his bday. I still hope to run one someday in his honor. Way to go buddy this was inspiring

@sandraatkins1613 Год назад

So sorry for your loss… He’ll be there with you in spirit every step of the way. 🙏🏻❤️

@hywelapianevans4076 3 года назад

This is an amazing story! Well done for fighting through everything. You are a true impression to everyone! Your a star!

@rasmakonnen8491 3 года назад

LOVE THIS GUY !!!

@amanndhillonn7752 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing your story, insperation for many, salute

@ethaneaton5695 3 года назад

This video puts a smile on my face🔥

@MrRpres0088 Год назад

Chris is an absolute warrior. His accomplishments are incredible and even more he is an incredible person. 🙌🙌

@martindepenau5557 3 года назад

Wauw! Inspiring! Not just for other kids or people with down syndrom, but also for the ones who wants to accomplish something they dont think is possible! Well done Chris! What a story!